Bid Manager

Birmingham
1 week ago
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Bid Manager Position

About The Contractor:

They are a renowned regional contractor with a proven track record of successfully delivering high-profile construction projects across the West Midlands and the UK. Their commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned them as a leader in the industry. Currently, they are seeking a talented and experienced Bid Manager to join their team in Birmingham.

Bid Manager Role

The Bid Manager will demonstrate true leadership, managing the delivery of successful bids, leading internal teams and producing highly persuasive and innovative qualitative responses. With a proven track record of successful projects, you will be responsible for leading two-stage tenders for projects ranging in value from £5m to £100m across a range of sectors, including Public Sector, Education, Leisure, Commercial and Healthcare.

Bid Manager Responsibilities

As Bid Manager, you will

  • Drive the winning bid strategy by devising the most innovate, efficient and economically advantageous solution to delivery tender requirements.

  • Secure new business opportunities through strong bid management.

  • Coordinate inception workshops with customers and use detailed research to understand the clients requirements.

  • Formulate and agree bid strategy with senior management.

  • Develop project strategies to achieve the company’s sustainability objectives.

  • Coordinate resources with technical and support departments.

  • Manage the preparation and validation of tenders and create, drive and manage a bid winning strategy.

  • Convert work winning opportunities into profitable contracts.

    Bid Manager Requirements:

  • Proven bid management skills

  • Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to influence an audience.

  • Strong analytical and financial management skills.

  • Previous experience in preparing and winning tenders.

  • A good team player and communicator who is able to work with all levels of the organisation.

  • Previous experience of managing bid services within the construction and engineering industry is highly desirable.

    Bid Manager Essential Skills

  • Exceptional leadership skills

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Communication skills

  • An understanding of complex construction schemes

  • Experience of delivering outstanding customer and stakeholder service and management

    Bid Manager Desirable Skills:

  • Experience in writing/managing bids

  • Experience of working on bids in a variety of construction sectors

    Bid Manager Benefits:

  • Competitive salary package with performance-related bonuses

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

  • Involvement in high-profile projects with a reputable Tier 1 Main Contractor

  • Supportive and dynamic work environment fostering teamwork and innovation

  • Hybrid working.

    If you are looking to develop your career further and work for a company that actively promotes staff from within, with a flexible hybrid approach then this is the role for you

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